Sep 18 - Sep 23, 2025 | Change
via Thorung La
side trek
(6 days)
Annapurna Region, Nepal
View full itinerary: Nar Phu
Highlights:
Manang, Thorung High Camp, Thorung La, and Muktinath
Difficulty:
challenging
After the Kang La take advantage of your acclimatization and continue along the classic Annapurna Circuit. From Manang there is an option to take the spectacular side trip to Tilicho Lake, or continue directly over the Thorung La (5416 m) descending to the pilgrim town of Muktinath, a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. From Muktinath, you have the option to take a jeep via the wide valley of lower Mustang to Jomson, where both flights and buses to Pokhara can be arranged, or trek via the traditional village of Kagbeni, gateway to upper Mustang. While the road has taken some of the charm out of this classic trek, the advantage is that a trip can be tailored around one’s interests and time constraints. Whether you do the epic full circuit from Besi Sahar to Ghorepani, or take off a bite sized chunk around the Thorung La, the Annapurna Circuit still has plenty to offer.
Weather Conditions in September
change startMid-September marks the start of the ‘Fall Season’ historically the monsoon would end in mid-September, however in recent years the monsoon has officially withdrawn in early October. While there is a good chance of precipitation, clear skies and lush, rice paddy terraced hills are your spectacular when it is not raining. The chance of rain decreases as the month progresses. The end of the monsoon means there is still a chance of the occasional heavy snowfall at high altitudes. Furthermore, high passes can have a lot of snow that has accumulated over the monsoon.
At a glance
On average there are 15 days with precipitation in
September. The highest point on the trek is
Thorung La at
5416 m. During
September, expect high temperatures of around
3.9°C (39°F)
and lows down to
-6.1°C (21°F)
at Thorung La.
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| Thu Sep 18 (day 1) |
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Ngawal (3650 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 14.5°C (58°F) and lows of about 4.5°C (40°F) in September. Overnight |
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Manang (3540 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 15.2°C (59°F) and lows of about 5.2°C (41°F) in September. Overnight |
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| Sat Sep 20 (day 3) |
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Yak Kharka (4020 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 12.3°C (54°F) and lows of about 2.3°C (36°F) in September. |
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Thorung Phedi (4540 m)
If the group decides collectively and is well acclimatized it is also possible to stay at Thorung High Camp. Overnight |
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Thorung High Camp (4830 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 7.4°C (45°F) and lows of about -2.6°C (27°F) in September. |
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Thorung La (5416 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 3.9°C (39°F) and lows of about -6.1°C (21°F) in September. |
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Muktinath (3800 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.6°C (56°F) and lows of about 3.6°C (38°F) in September. Overnight |
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| 2 reviews
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Shared vehicle from Muktinath to Jomsom
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$8.00
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Jomsom (2760 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 19.8°C (68°F) and lows of about 9.8°C (50°F) in September. Overnight |
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| 2 reviews
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| Tue Sep 23 (day 6) |
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Public bus from Jomsom to Pokhara
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$18.00
Estimated cost:
$130.00
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 31.4°C (89°F) and lows of about 21.4°C (71°F) in September. |
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by Samuel (Australia) on Oct 26, 2019
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Some great views from Poon Hill, we were unlucky with the weather but the views were still spectacular!
by Tania (Canada) on Dec 18, 2018
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Poon Hill is worth the 30 minutes sidetrip from Ghorepani and will feel easy after all of the uphill on the first half of the trip. Most people got up early to be at the top for sunrise. I do not recommend this unless you want to share the viewpoint with hundreds of people. Sleep in, have a nice breakfast and enjoy the people free views later in the day.
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by Samuel (Australia) on Oct 26, 2019
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Tilicho lake was a great side trip. It can be quite a strenuous day if coming from Manang and climbing Tilicho on the same day, but it's definitely worth it!
by Elsa (Canada) on Apr 15, 2019
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This part of the trek was much more challenging and dangerous than I expected however it was very rewarding and worth the effort! Pasang was, of course, a most excellent leader!
by Nee (Malaysia) on Oct 25, 2017
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great view and worth all the efforts!
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